Bacterial reduction of mature Enterococcus faecalis biofilm by different irrigants and activation techniques using confocal laser scanning microscopy. An in vitro study

Introduction: The aim of this study was to evaluate the effect of ultrasonic and sonic activation using three irrigants on mature Enterococcus faecalis biofilm. Materials and Methods: Seventy single-rooted premolars were prepared and sterilized. Mature E. faecalis biofilm was developed. Roots were r...

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Main Authors: Ameera Lotfy Mahfouze, Abeer A. Elhakim El Gendy, Tarek Medhat Elsewify
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Wolters Kluwer Medknow Publications 2020-01-01
Series:Saudi Endodontic Journal
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Online Access:http://www.saudiendodj.com//article.asp?issn=1658-5984;year=2020;volume=10;issue=3;spage=247;epage=253;aulast=Mahfouze